Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

Wellington is abuzz ahead of the second clash between the All Blacks and Springboks. 

The two faced off at Eden Park last week, and have moved down to the capital for a rematch at Sky Stadium. 

Former All Black Nehe Milner-Skudder popped in to Shed 22, joining Piney for a chat about the upcoming match and to absorb the atmosphere. 

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Former All Blacks wing Cory Jane has emphasised the importance of aerial kicking battles in international rugby and says the All Blacks must improve their technique under the high ball. 

It comes after the All Blacks and Springboks were pinged several times for shepherding on the back of contestable kicks, as the All Blacks extended their unbeaten Eden Park streak to 51 games last weekend. 

Speaking on Newstalk ZB’s Weekend Sport with Jason Pine, Jane said with World Rugby cracking down on players shielding teammates catching high balls, “the importance of technique is back”. 

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The World Long Drive Championship is set to take place in the US later this month, and one Kiwi golfer is set to appear.

Chris Charlton joined Piney to discuss further.

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The 2025 NFL season has kicked off, with the first round of games taking place over the weekend.

ESPN senior football writer Bill Barnwell joined Piney to discuss.

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Fresh off the All Blacks' latest win, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the action.

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The Warriors are set to face off against the Penrith Panthers in a home qualifying final next weekend.

This will be the fifth home final in the team's 30-year history, with the timing of the match yet to be confirmed.

Former Super League player and analyst Willie Poching joined Piney to discuss.

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It's been a big weekend for the All Blacks, as they continued their Eden Park streak and beat the Springboks.

The Kiwi side walked away with a 24-17 victory, a departure from their earlier loss in Buenos Aires.

Former All Black Frano Botica joined Piney to discuss.

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The All Blacks have bounced back following their recent defeat and kept up their hot streak at Eden Park.

The Kiwi side beat out South Africa with a 24-17 victory, led by two first-half tries.

All Blacks assistant coach Tamati Ellison joined Piney to discuss.

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A late goal has sunk the All Whites one-nil in their opening Ashes match with Australia in Canberra.  

Midfielder Max Balard found the back of the net in the 87th minute to snatch victory for the hosts. 

New Zealand failed to take advantage of a dominant first half, led by their captain Chris Wood. Piney caught up with Wood as the team heads back to New Zealand for the second leg of the Soccer Ashes. 

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Among the potential bits of history to be made in tomorrow night's massive Rugby Championship match in Auckland is a milestone that's gone somewhat under the radar. 

Loose forward Ardie Savea is set to bring up his 100th test in a game at Eden Park where the All Blacks' impressive unbeaten run is set to be threatened by the Springboks. 

Ardie Savea debuted in June 2016, coming off the bench in a 39-21 win over Wales at Eden Park 

Chris Boyd gave Ardie Savea his Wellington debut in 2012 and coached him there until 2014, and the...

Two great sporting rivals are squaring off once again. 

The Springboks are aiming to breach the Fortress and bring an end to the All Blacks over 30 year undefeated streak at Eden Park. 

It all kicks off tonight and so Piney caught up with former Springboks captain Bobby Skinstad to preview the test, getting his thoughts on if the South African side will be able to break that streak. 

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On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 6th September 2025, Piney is at the Kingslander right by Eden Park building up for the biggest test of the year. Sean Fitzpatrick and Bobby Skinstad preview the massive occasion. 

Ardie Savea's first professional coach Chris Boyd celebrates Savea reaching 100 tests. 

And Chris Wood joins the show after a tough loss in the Soccer ashes for the All Whites. 

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Former All Blacks captain Sean Fitzpatrick is adamant the Eden Park 50-match unbeaten streak will heap pressure on South Africa —rather than New Zealand— in tonight's Rugby Championship test. 

The Springboks will attempt to become the first team since France in 1994 to win at the Auckland arena, having beaten the All Blacks the last four tests in a row. 

Fitzpatrick says he'd dread playing at South Africa's fortress, Ellis Park. 

“[The Springboks are] all saying, “we love going to Eden Park”, they don’t love going to Eden Park,” he told Piney. 

“Because that’s...

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James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss rugby in all forms. From the upcoming All Blacks vs Springboks game, to the grass-roots local games happening around New Zealand.

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Victorian football club Heidelberg United have knocked Auckland FC out of the Australia cup after a 2-0 result. 

Heidelberg United continue their winning streak against big A-league names, with this victory marking their third in a row. 

Auckland FC coach Steve Corica joins Jason Pine to break down what went wrong, and what needs fixing following their knockout from the cup. 

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Manchester United have had a shaky start to the new season of the English Premier League.  

With a loss to Arsenal, a draw with Fulham, a narrow victory over Burnley and a humiliating defeat by League 2 side Grimsby, the team look set to repeat their 15th place finish from last season. 

Stretford Paddock host and ManU fan Jay Motty told Piney that, ‘It's just a relief that we've got those 3 points.’ 

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Former rugby player Shane Christie passed away earlier this week, and the international rugby community is in mourning.  

Former Welsh Rugby player and co-founder of Head for Change Alix Popham said he was angry at the Players Association CEO Rob Nichol for downplaying the severity of CTE in Rugby in the build up to Christie's passing. 

‘[Rob Nichol] is supposed to be there to look after the players, not gaslighting this situation and downplaying the seriousness of it’ 

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A potential remedy to one of the All Blacks' Achilles heels in 20-25 is back on the rugby field this weekend. 

Wing Caleb Clark returns for Auckland in their NPC match away to champions Wellington, after seven weeks out. 

He’s keen to return to the fold as soon as possible, joining Piney to discuss his recovery, his year so far, and his hopes of soon donning the black jersey. 

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On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 30th August 2025, the Warriors have suffered defeat at the hands of the Parramatta Eels in controversial fashion. The loss leaves their top 4 hopes up in the air – Warriors CEO Cam George joining the show to offer his thoughts on the result. 

We're only a week away from one of the biggest tests Eden Park’s seen in years, with the All Blacks set to host the Springboks. ‘Boks icon Breyton Paulse joined the show to discuss the clash. 

And Para Climber Rachel Māia shares he...

A Whanganui amputee is set to compete in the Para Climbing World Championships in Seoul, Korea next month. 

Rachel Māia sustained her injury while climbing at the age of 16, and opted to have it amputated in 2018.  

She has won a world bronze before at the World Championships and her sport has been accepted on to the programme for the first time for the LA28 Paralympic Games. 

She joined Piney to share her incredible story. 

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Auckland FC and Christchurch United have been named among the eight preferred clubs for the inaugural OFC Professional League. 

The venture, which is being backed by millions of dollars from Fifa, is set to kickoff in January and run until May.  

Christchurch’s GM and First Team Coach Ryan Edwards joined Piney to discuss the importance of this for football in the South Island. 

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The biggest test of the year is fast approaching.  

The All Blacks are set to put their 30-year unbeaten at Eden Park record on the line as they host the Springboks. 

Former Springbok Breyton Paulse joined Piney to discuss the first rounds of the Rugby Championship, and what we can expect from next week’s clash. 

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The New Zealand Warriors are keen to move on from last night's controversial no-try ruling from the NRL Bunker that ended any hopes of a comeback win at the death. 

Adam Pompey's late try was ruled out for an apparent knock-on in the lead-up from Demetric Vaimauga, as the Parramatta Eels escaped Mt Smart with a 26-22 win. 

Warriors boss Cameron George told Jason Pine he may issue a please-explain on Monday, but it's done now. 

“We can jump up and down, I can reach out to the NRL, but it’s not going t...

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James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the All Blacks losing to Argentina, the Warriors' latest win and Waikato getting the Ranfurly Shield back.

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US correspondent Leon Busby joined Piney to discuss NBA contracts, the ongoing MLB season and the start of the NFL season.

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Waikato snatched the Ranfurly Shield from Taranaki with a thrilling 23-22 victory in their NPC game in New Plymouth.

Former All Black Lima Sopoaga kicked a last minute penalty to steal the one-point win for the Mooloos.

Sopoaga joined Piney to discuss the win.

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The Black Ferns are set to begin their Rugby World Cup campaign tomorrow afternoon, and there's excitement brewing.

There's hope the Black Ferns could win their third straight World Cup in a row.

Former Black Fern Kendra Cocksedge joined Piney to discuss.

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The Warriors have moved back into the NRL's Top 4 with a 32-18 win over the Titans following Rocco Berry's return from injury.

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck scored a brace while 20-year-old Eddie Ieremia-Toeava scored a first NRL try in his third game.

Warriors assistant coach Stacey Jones joined Piney to discuss.

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The Pumas have beaten the All Blacks for the very first time on home soil.

Argentina emerged as 29-23 victors in their Rugby Championship clash in Buenos Aires.

The Kiwi side were on the receiving end of multiple yellow cards and missed three crucial shots at goal.

All Blacks assistant coach Jason Holland joined Piney to discuss.

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On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 23rd August 2025, NZ Rugby has committed to Sky for another five years. NZR Chair David Kirk and Sky TV's Head of Sport Gary Burchett joined the show to go over the deal. 

Codie Taylor with become the 14th All Blacks centurion when he takes the field against Argentina this weekend. Two former teammates Wyatt Crockett and Matt Todd reflect on his journey. 

And Lisa Alexander offers an Australian perspective on the wave of Kiwi Netballers heading to Australia. 

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New Zealand netball is facing an exodus, with top players heading across to the Australian game. 

No less than eight Silver Ferns have announced their departure, including Donnell Wallam, Ameliaranne Ekenasio, and Karin Burger.  

Piney caught up with former Diamonds head coach Lisa Alexander to find out what the Aussies’ thoughts are on the Kiwis flooding their competition. 

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After their defeat to the All Blacks last week, Los Pumas are hoping for an improved performance in Buenos Aires. 

The Argentinian team has never beaten the All Blacks on home shores, with the New Zealand side winning 14 tests and drawing on one. 

ESPN Argentina Commentator Zuca Conti joined Piney to discuss whether Los Pumas can flip the form guide and pull off an elusive home win. 

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A 14th member of the All Blacks' 100 club. 

Codie Taylor will join the test centurions group on Sunday morning against Argentina in Buenos Aires, the same side he debuted against in 2015. 

Former teammates of Taylor, Wyatt Crockett and Matt Todd joined Piney to reflect on his journey to 100 tests. 

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Sky have announced a renewed five-year broadcast partnership with New Zealand Rugby, starting this January. 

The deal cements almost all men's and women's internationals. 

However, the governing body reserve the right to play up to five offshore All Blacks and Black Ferns matches from outside the scheduled competitions, to support efforts to increase their revenue base. 

Sky’s Head of Sport, Gary Burchett, joined Piney to discuss just what this means for the country’s largest sport TV provider. 

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New Zealand Rugby has committed to Sky for another five years. 

Nearly every All Blacks match, including the 2029 Lions Tour, the new Nations Cup, and all matches in the Sanzaar countries will broadcast on Sky Sport. 

TVNZ has also secured NPC rights, along with a few Farah Palmer Cup games, which will be broadcast free-to-air on TVNZ+. 

However, the deal doesn't include five future All Blacks tests, yet to be named, which will be open to bidding when they are announced. 

Chair of New Zealand Rugby David Kirk joined the show to d...

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James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss All Blacks' win, the Wallabies' win and the English Premier League season.

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